# Metodo Classico (La Ghibellina)

> Sparkling, Gavi DOCG Metodo Classico by [La Ghibellina](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/la-ghibellina.md), Gavi, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/la-ghibellina-metodo-classico).

- **Producer:** La Ghibellina
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Gavi DOCG Metodo Classico
- **Grape:** Cortese 100%
- **Production area:** Comune di Gavi
- **Soil:** Sedimentary, clay soil
- **Exposure:** South, south-east
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked, soft pressing
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot training, high density; about 1 hectare under vine
- **Vinification:** Fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperature, 10 days at 16°C. Made using the classic method, aged on the lees for a minimum of 12 months.
- **Serving temperature:** 8°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26



## Summary

The estate's entry metodo classico sparkling Gavi DOCG, made from 100% Cortese with a minimum of 12 months on the lees; average production is about 3,000 bottles a year.

## Tasting notes

A brilliant, pale straw-yellow sparkling wine, sapid and fresh on the palate, with aromas of golden apple, chamomile flowers and mountain herbs and a balsamic finish.

## Food pairings

An elegant aperitif, good with finger food, sushi and sashimi.